Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 101 MODULE 10 MODULE 10 Road Ranger Work Zones

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 102 Purpose of the Course To train personnel who may be required to assist motorists and emergency personnel within the highway right-of-way, as part of their Road Ranger Duties.

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 103 Objectives of the Course Objectives of the Course To familiarize Road Ranger participants with the concepts and terminology of setting up a work zone in emergency situations. To gain knowledge and understanding of the equipment, techniques and Procedures necessary for the Road Rangers to safely maintain traffic flow using standards from the MUTCD and DS 600 Series Indexes. To upgrade the performance of personnel establishing work zones on State and Federal highways.

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 104 Follow All WZTC operations and devices must conform to: Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for streets and highways (MUTCD) Design Standards (DS)

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 105 Basic Safety Principles ●Traffic safety in temporary traffic control areas should be an integral and high- priority element of every project from planning through design and construction. ●Traffic movement should inhibit as little as possible. ●Drivers and pedestrians should be guided in a clear and positive manner while approaching and traversing the temporary traffic control zone.

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 106 Basic Safety Principles ●To ensure acceptable levels of operation, routine inspection of traffic control devices. ●To maintain a good message with the motoring public, upgrade MOT when materials become availably during the life of the temporary traffic control zone.

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 107 Basic Safety Principles ●The control of traffic in an emergency situation is an essential so all agencies can do their part to open the roads to the motoring public quickly and safely ●Maintaining good public relations is necessary.

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 108 What can we expect

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 109 Basic Requirements for Traffic Control Devices Fulfill a need Command attention Convey a clear, simple meaning Command respect of road users Give adequate time for proper response

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1010 Qualified Product List Only approved traffic control devices that are listed on the QPL may be used. Approval number shall be engraved on the device in a visible location. Water – resistant labels may be used

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1011 Function of Traffic Control Devices To warn and alert drivers of hazards created by work zone activities. To guide and direct drivers and pedestrians safely past the hazards.

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1012 Placement Placement Channelizing devices must be placed to provide a smooth and gradual transition in moving traffic through the work zone

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1013 TRAFFIC CONES and TUBULAR MARKERS COLOR - Orange shall be the predominant color and should be kept bright and clean for maximum target value. USE - Cones and tubular markers are applicable for daytime use. For nighttime use, cones must be reflectorized.

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1014 Traffic Cones

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1015 Cone Spacing Maximum spacing between cones shall be 25 feet (8 paces)

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1016 Cones Only used when workers are present Not to exceed 2 miles or a 12 hour work period One person to maintain them Reflective collars when used at night

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1017 Arrow Panels USE - Intended to supplement other warning devices. Provide additional advance warning Used for lane closures on high-speed, high volume multi-lane roadways. Left indication shall never be displayed on a lane closure on a two-lane, two-way highway. Only CAUTION mode(s) will be used on these types of highways.

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1018 MODES –PASS LEFT –PASS RIGHT –PASS EITHER SIDE –CAUTION Arrow Panels

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1019 Size: Panel TypeMinimum Size (inches) Type A48 X 24 Type B60 X 30 Type C96 X 48 Type D Must conform to an arrow Type A: For use on low-speed urban streets Type B: For intermediate-speed facilities and for maintenance operations on high speed roadways. Type C: Intended to be used on high-speed, high volume traffic control projects. Arrow Panels

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1020 Nighttime Use - When Advance Warning Arrow Panels are used at night, the intensity of the flashers shall be reduced. Location - For lane closures on multi-lane roadways, an arrow panel should be located on the shoulder at the beginning of the taper. An alternate location is centered in the closed lane behind the taper channelizing devices near the beginning of the taper - if shoulder space is not available. Arrow Panels

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1021 Intensity (Arrow Board Brightness) High intensity during the day Low intensity during the night

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1022 Warning Signs

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1023 Guide signs generally have a rectangular shape with the long dimension horizontal. The basic color for guide signs is white on green. At work zones, guide signs may be black on orange to indicate routing changes due to the maintenance activity. Information signs which relate to the work being done and detour route are black legend on an orange background. Guide Signs

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1024 Road Ranger Flagging

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Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1026 Sense of responsibility Trained in safe traffic control practices Average intelligence Good physical condition Mental alertness and ability to react in an emergency Courteous but firm Neat appearance Flagger - Qualifications

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Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1029 TRAFFIC CONTROL OPERATION Operations in response to emergencies, varies according to the nature, duration, location of work, type of roadway, speed of traffic, and the potential hazards Upgrade MOT when material becomes available during the life of the temporary traffic control zone

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1030 Units of Measurement ODOMETER: –1/10 of a mile on the odometer equals 500 feet (actual 528). This provides a safety margin of 28 feet each 1/10 of a mile. REFLECTIVE PAVEMENT MARKERS [RPM]: –Presently spaced 40 feet apart. –Skip Strip - 40 feet from start to start

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1031 Approaching the Site Do we have to push? Close the shoulder? Close the Lane?

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1032 Shoulder Park 30 to 50 feet behind Display Caution Mode Set Cones

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1033 Lane Closure Park 30 to 50 feet behind Display Arrow in the direction you want traffic to flow. Set up cones

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1034 Set-up Scenarios

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1035 Shoulder MOT Setup DAV Road Ranger 30 ft 25 ft 10 ft 30 ft

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Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1038 Upon Arrival - Road Ranger #1 Arrive, Assess, Advise, Assist Crash Road Ranger 30 ft

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1039 Road Ranger #2 MOT Maintenance Crash RR #1 30 ft RR #2 Law enforcementFire Rescue

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1040 SIRV ARRIVAL MOT UPGRADE Crash RR #1 30 ft RR #2 Law enforcementFire Rescue SIRV

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Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1042 PROPER SET UP First sign up Last sign down

Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1043 So what do we need? Vinyl Signs for day or night operations Sign Stands Traffic wand or reflectorized red flag Stop slow paddle Some type of flood light for nighttime flagging operation

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Road Ranger / TMC Operator Joint Training Module 1045 Discussion!